Uncovering Japan

Beyond the picture postcard perfection, there are real gospel needs. 126 million people, approximately 0.5% Christian. Thousands of towns with no church. We’re talking about Japan.

In late 2025, Chris Watts travelled over 500 miles through Japan by train, from Greater Tokyo to Sapporo, meeting OMF workers partnering with the Japanese church to share Jesus.

Japan is beautiful, safe, and captivating. But beneath the surface lie hidden struggles and profound spiritual need.

Across four episodes, discover:

• Stunning culture and the challenges tourists rarely see
• Daily realities of cross-cultural ministry and language barriers
• What Japanese Christians are teaching about patience and perseverance
• How you can engage, whether you go or stay where you are

Meet workers who’ve seen thousands hear the gospel and few respond. Who partner with Japanese pastors and are “terrified together.” Who’ve discovered that weakness is where God does his best work.

This might change how you think about cross-cultural ministry, success, and following Jesus.